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The global damage of cybercrime has risen to an average of $11 million per minute.

The costs of falling victim to a cyberattack can include loss of business, productivity losses, reparation costs for customers that have had data stolen, and more.

Generally, people approach problems one of two ways: “I’ll deal with it when it arises” or “I’m going to prep for the issue before it starts.” In short, some people tend to be more reactive, while others are more proactive. But what does this look like for IT? And why does it matter?

Proactive IT means being aware of your IT systems, its risks, and how to mitigate risk.

A database stores information. A database acts like a digital library by organizing all your information and allowing users to access and edit data. However, databases have limited storage space. If your database is full, it can slow your system to a crawl or even take it offline.

How many text messages from companies do you receive today compared to five years ago? If you're like many people, it's quite a few more.

Many retailers now bypass email inboxes by urging consumers to sign up for SMS alerts. The medical industry has also joined the trend.

Gartner Research recommends replacing computers every five years and laptops every four years. But why is this? What kind of issues and risks may arise in older hardware?

When your personal computer goes down, you lose time and gain frustration. Likewise, when essential business hardware malfunctions or is breached due to an unfixable security vulnerability, that business loses money each hour it's down.

How do you know if you're receiving quality IT service? It's easy to say, "Oh, we're good with IT! Everything is great," when there's not an IT crisis occurring. But can you be sure you have a quality IT provider in good times and bad?

Unfortunately, a "gut" feeling can't determine whether or not you have quality IT service.

Many everyday objects can lead to identity theft. Unfortunately, they often get overlooked because people focus on their computers and cloud accounts. But you also need to be wary of other ways cybercriminals can access your personal data.

Essentially, if you're connected to the internet, your data is at risk.

How would you answer the question, "Does your business rely on technology?"

Most businesses in 2023 would answer, "Yes!" We use email, websites, and texting to communicate with clients. We use applications to complete tasks and store data. Technology is a significant part of our daily operations and lives.

Solid IT security practices are essential in protecting your company's and customers' data. In fact, many businesses now select vendors based on their security practices as much as their products and services.

Unfortunately, businesses that fail to utilize proper security practices miss out on potential clients.

When a client signs a contract with an IT provider, they want guarantees on the level of service and partnership they will receive. But are there problems an IT provider can't correct? Are there issues beyond even the most experienced providers?

As an IT provider, we've narrowed down four issues that providers cannot fix, regardless of their skill.

When looking at IT project options, clients may ask, "Can I have a great, fast result for cheap?"

According to project management experts, the answer is "no." If clients want a quality project completed quickly, the price must match the expertise, materials, and time utilized.

There are about 140,000 hard drive crashes in the US weekly. Every five years, 20% of SMBs suffer data loss due to a significant disaster.

Simply backing up data isn't enough anymore. Instead, backing up has morphed into data protection. So what can companies do now to protect their valuable data?

WEBIT Services has helped hundreds of clients develop and execute effective IT strategies for over 25 years.